Craftsman 917.256544 User Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.256544 owner’s manual

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

Thiit product has emission anqine which operates difisrenUy from previously ouilt enginec. Before you start the engine, read and urderstand this Owner s Manuai.

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1 -800-659-5917

Sears. Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the Instnjctlons, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing. Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes stow and gradual. Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction. Avoid starting or slopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight 6awn the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding,

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

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Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

Keep children out of the mowing area and underthe watchful care of another responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or inferfere with safe machine operation. Never allow children to operate the machine. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolls, tight

and keep equipment in good condition,

• Never tamper with safely devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Qrasscatchercomponents are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec essary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them,

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Lookfor this symbol to point out important

safety precautions. It means

A A

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!1 YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

A WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicais known to the State of Caiifornia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc tive harm.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor, it has been designed, engineered and manufac tured to give you the best possibie dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department. We have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manuai. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

MODEL NUMBER

917.256544

SERIAL NUMBER

DATEOFPURCH.ASE THEMODELANDSERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT, YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSiBlLiTIES

» Read and observe the safety rules.

® Foliowa regularschedule in maintaining, caringforand

using your tractor.

® Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili

ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER; 15.0 GASOLINE CAPACITY

AND TYPE: OIL TYPE (APl-SF/SG): SAE 10W30 (above 32“F)

OIL CAPACITY:

SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .040")

VALVE CLEARANCE; NOT ADJUSTABLE GROUND SPEED (MPH); FORWARD;

TIRE PRESSURE; FRONT: 14 PS!

CHARGING SYSTEM; 3 AMPS BATTERY

BATTERY;

BLADE BOLT TORQUE; 30-35 FT. LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any), if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/

Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR

SAE 5W-30 (below 32“F] W; FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.5 PINTS CHAMPION RC12YC

1st 1.1 2nd 1.5 3rd 2.3 4th 3.5 5th 4.4 6th 5.7

REVERSE: 1.7

REAR: 10PSi

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover: » Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc. ® Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. » Ftepairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the

equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner’s manual.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or

workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge.

IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE ON YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO-CHARGE FOR 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE BUT A STANDARD TRIP CHARGE WILL APPLY.) THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS

PRODUCT IS IN THE UNITED STATES.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also, have other rights which may vary from state to stale.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.. D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES PRODUCT SPECIFiCATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIUTIES

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WARRANTY .................................................................... 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS.

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ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 7-9

OPERATION.......................................................... 10-14

INDEX

Accessories........................................ 5

Adjustments:

Brake

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Carburetor................................ 25

Mower: ’

Front-To-Back Side-To-Side

Throttle Control Cable

Air Filter, Engine................................18

Air Screen, Engine ........... 18

Assembly..........

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7-9

Battery:

Charging Cleaning Starting with Weak Battery

Storage..................................... 26

Terminals

Belts:

Motion Drive Mower Blade Drive

Blade:

Sharpening

Replacement............................ 16

Brake Adjustment

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Removal/Replacement....... 22

Removal/Replacement

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Carburetor Adjustment

Controls, Tractor............................

Customer Responsibilities

Engine:

Air Filter..................................18

Air Screen, Engine .................

Battery....................................17

Cooling Fins, Engine

Engine Oil Fuel Filter

Spark Plugs............................19

T ractor:

Blades

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Lubrication Chart............. 15

Maintenance Schedule

Tire Care

Cutting Height, Mower

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' Electrical:

' Interlocks and Relays

Schematic ..............................

Wiring Diagram...........................30

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8 23 17

18 18

16 15

Engine:

Air Filter....

Air Screen Cooling Fins, Engine.,..

Oil Change.................................17

Oil Level Oil Type

Preparation

Repair Parts

Starting.....................

Storage

Filters:

Air

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Fuel...........................................

Fuel:

Type...........................................13

Storage

Fuse.............................................. 24

Gauge Wheels

Hood Removal/lnstallation

Leveling Mower Deck Lubrication Chart

Maintenance Schedule Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back Adjustment, Side-lo-Side

Blade Sharpening Blade Replacement Cutting Height

Installation Operation

Removal

Mowing Tips...................................

Muffler...............................................19

Spark Arrester

Mulcher Plate

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions

Engine........................

Storage .................................... 26

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE......................

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30-47

BACK PAGE

Operation Operating Mower Options:

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Accessories Spark Arrester

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10-14

3.40

18 19

21 21

20 14

13,17

Parking Brake...............................11-12

Parts Bag Parts, Replacement/Repair

Product Specilicaiions.......

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30-47

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Repair Parts

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30-47

Safety Rules.

Seat... Service and Adjustments

Brake..........................;............. 22

Carburetor

Fuse ..................................... 24

Hood Removal/lnstallation Motion Drive Belt

Mower Blade Drive Belt

Mower Adjustment:

Mower Installation .................... 20

Mower Removal

Tire Care Slope Guide Sheet Spark Plugs Specifications

Starting the Engine ...................

Steering Wheel

Stopping the Tractor..........................12

Storage..............................................26

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Removal/Replacement...

Removal/Replacement..........22

Front-to-Back .....................

Side-to-Side..........................21

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9,16,23

13-14

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Throttle Control Cable Adjustment Tires

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Trouble Shooting Chart.........

Transaxle Repair Parts. ................ 46-47

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9,16,23

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Warranty.......................................... 3

Wiring Diagram

Wiring Schematic ..............................29

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and atiachmerite were available through most Sears retail cutlets and service centers when the- tractor was purchased.

Most Sears stores can order these for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

BLADES BELTS

■'l )l'

PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor. Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help

you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes

may be made in these aUachments, or sotne may no longer be available or lit your model Carstact your nearest Saars store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversiorr kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy

attaching and detaching, '

AERATO-R promotes deep root grow'th for a healthy lawn. Ta pered 2.5-inch steel spikes moursted on 10~inch diameter discs

puncture hdes in soil at close intervala to Set moisture soak in. Steel weight tray for increased penetration.

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a healthier, neater looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold

30-gallon plastic bags.

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage, CARTS make hauling eitsy. Variety oi sizes available, plus

accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and doily.

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois

ture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 36-inch swath. 24

hardened sfee! coring tips. 150 lb. capacity weight tray. EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster. FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce

chances ol "scalping” on uneven terrain. GANG HITCH lets you tow2 or 3 pull-behind attachments atonce,

such as sweepers,'dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers, carts or other hea-vy attachments).

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce chances of “scalping" on uneven terrain. For mower decks not so equipped.

MULCH RAKBOETHATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface foreasy pickup. Twenty spring tine teeth. Useful to prepare bare areasforseeding. Available for front or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION SPRING TIME DETH.ATCHEB covers 36-inch wide path and tosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor.

MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once insiailed, lets you

mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without changing blades. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible mowers. See "MOWER” in the Repair Part.s section of this manual.

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a pickup truck. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch diameter water-tight drum holds up to 390 lbs. of weight. Rounded edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum.

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only. 14-ir*ch high, 48-inch wide blade clears 42-inch path when angled feftor right. Raises, lowers with side iever. Adjustable skids; replaceable', reversible scraper bar. (Use w-fith tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

SNOWTHPOWER has 4G-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles powdery and wet/heavy snow. Mounts easily wlthrsimple pin arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight.)

SPRAYERS use f 2-voit DC electric motor that connects to the tractor battery or other 12-voit source. Includes booms for automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand has adjustable spray patterri. For applying herbicides, insecti cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers.

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de icers and sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves, TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,

cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch.

Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor drawbar and goS Opilonai accessories convert unit for dethatching, aerating, hilling...without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-iarge cross

[inks give smooth ride, outstanding traction, TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel

frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibiiity. Hinged metal doors with c.8.teh. Keeps operator warm

and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun

protector in summer. Optionai accessories include; tinted/ tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;

12'Volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerful collection of heavy gra.ss clippirrgs and leaves.

Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach

places. VAC/CHIPFER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET tor drawbar for snow removal applications.

Uses (1) 55 !b. weight-

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for

snow removal or dozing heavy maleriaSs.

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16x1

(1 ) Large Flat Washer (1 ) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18

(1 ) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(1) Hex Bolt

1/2-13 X 1

Parts packed separately in carton

steering

Wheel

Steering

Boot

Video

Cassette

Mulcher

Plate

(1) Washer

17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Gauge

{2} Washers 3/16x3/4x16 Gauge

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

#10x5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10

4 1

(2) Weld Nuts #10 "

(2) Hex Nuts

1/4-20

Manual Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Washers 3/8

gZZJüi

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

Steering Wheel

Adapter

(2) Latch Hook

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1-1

Assemblys

\ LJ J X 7/8 X 14 Gauge

'X (2) Gauge

/ \ Wheels

V &Ì! ^í2)Center-

\ ^ lock Nuts

r ^Steering

Steering Extension Shaft

Wheel

Insert

(2) Washers

0/32 X 5/8 X 16 Gauge (2) Lock Washers 1/4

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassesiibisd for shipping purposes. T0 ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness, ’ '

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 5/16" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches (1) 1/2" wrench

(1) 9./16“ wrench

When right or isft hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON .

» Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton (See page 6).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align

mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO 18-22 FT, LBS TORQUE.

» Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

•• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward. .

“ Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten

sion .

• Position steering wheel and sleeve assembly so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

• Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SK!D (See Opera

tion section for location and function of con trols)

• Press lift Sever plunger and raise attachment lift leverto

its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing dutch/brake

pedal.

’ Piace gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Roll tractor backvirards off skid.

® Remove banding holding discharge guard up against

tractor. '

(1) 3/4" Socket w/drive rächet Phillips Screwdriver

Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

HOW TO SET UP YOLIB TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi

nals. Before connecting battery, re

move metai bracelets, wristwaich

Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position.

Open battery box door. Remove terminal protective caps arrd discard.

If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+j terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi

nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

Close battery box door.

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden tal grounding.

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ASSEMBLY

Open battery box door for: » Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard

ware).

» Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery. ® Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging .

DISCARD

TERyiNAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS

LOCK WASHER

FLAT WASHER

HEX

BOLT

POSITIVE (RED) CABLE

SEAT

PAN

BATTERY BOX DOOR

NECSATIVE (BLACK) CABLE

FIG. 2

FIG.3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seal before tightening adjustment bolt.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. ® Assemble adjustment bolt, lockwasherandflatwasher

loosely. Do not tighten.

• Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Lower seal into operating position and sit on seat. ® Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press dutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• .Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on yourtractorwere overinflaled at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS '

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See 'TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. '

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on aflat level surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height {See ‘TO AD

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

• With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8" washer and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole. •

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ASSEMBLY

FiG. 5

¡INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 7)

• install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assembie weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld rrut from the top with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck rjpenlng and slide into place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

» Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remo¥6 discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold

guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OB DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mov/er is now ready for discharging or installation of

oplional grass catcher accessory, NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The rriuicher

blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

^CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR. WE WISH TO ASSURE THA T YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFACTiONFROM THIS GUALITY PRODUCT

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

/ All assembly instruciions have been completed. / Nrj remaining loose parts in carton.

■/

Battery is properly prepared and charged, (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps). / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. / All tires .are properly inflated, (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factoiy).

/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside a!! belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR. PA Y EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

/ Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your fractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

Q A

BATTERY

CAUTION OR REVERSE

WARNING

STOP

FORWARD FAST

SLOW

« a| a

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

!B l\l ©

FUEL

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

R N H L (®)|1

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

MOWER LIFT

DANGER. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

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KNOW YOUR TRACVOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES EIEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjusiments. Save this manua! for future referertce.

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off. THRQTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used to control engine

speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

GEAR SHIFT LEVER -• Selects the speed and direction of

the tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER; Used to raise and towerthe mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine.

HEIGHT A.DJUSTMENTKNOB; Used to adjust the mower

cutting height.

AMMETER: Indicatas batterv charging (-). ' ■'

{+)

or discharging

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OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your

tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engirie.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in ‘BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com pletely, as described above, before leav

ing

the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 9)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE.

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES -

• Move attachment dutch lever to “DISENGAGED” po sition.

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE" position.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to Idle before stopping may cause engine to “backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF” position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 9)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (y^) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (|f^) to lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2“ to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average (awn should be cut to approximately 2-1 /2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

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OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing sv/itch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat

with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

* Select desired height of cut.

* Lower mower with attachment lift control, ® Start mower blades by engaging atiachment clutch

control,

* TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

CAUTION; Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the dis charge guard in place. ,

* To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal ’

* Mak.6 ail turns siowiy,

TO TRANSPORT

* Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach

ment lift control, '

* When pushing oriowing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutra! (N) position.

* Do not push or tovif- tractor at more than five Í5) MPH.

NOTE; To protect hood from damage when transporting yourtractoron a truck or atrailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc,),

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 17)

» The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

® Check engine oil with tractor o-n level ground. * Unthread and remove oil fiii cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until ’‘FULL” mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill

® For cold weather operation you should chanae oil for

easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

* To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili

ties section in this manual.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

do not drive across any slope.

ADD GASOLINE

- Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fue! in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel fre,shness.

IMPORTANT; WHEN OPERATING IN TEIVlPERATURES

BELOW 32''F(0“C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING; Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol of using ethanol or methanoi} can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipa off any

spilfecJ al! or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near ati open flame.

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine

has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. ® Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to choke (|\1) position. Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below. ,

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “ST ART’

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast (^) position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke (|\|) position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast {<%) position.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to runwith the throttle control in the choke (|\j) position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to fast (■%») position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

• The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE; If at a high altitude {above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is

attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim

ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right

so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,

• fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until

finished (See Fig. 11 ).

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing. Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to

assure better mowing performance and proper dis charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

■ The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will

biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the

blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig, 12). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width of cut and mow slowly.

» Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re

quire that an area be mulched a second time to cdmpletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,

mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.

FIG. 12

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAmiEMAMCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DAITS AEÍ YOU CO!v1Ft.tfE

ret^l'lam service

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I" Change niore often operailrg under a heavy load or in high arnbient iemperalures, 5 - If equipped with adjustsbirr systesTu f. • Service r!ior«> often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. 3 - M equipped with oil ch^inge oil every 50 hours,. 4 " Replace b'adss more often when mowing in sandy soil,

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DATES

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, operaiormust maintain tr,actor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

» Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer,

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation, ® Check tire pressure.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

{Dspinole zerk-

©FRONT WHEEL'

BEARING 2ERK

©ATTACHMENT-

CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

REFER TO CySTOMEB RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE” SECTION

IMPORTANT; DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PiVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS, ViSCOUS LUBRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT TH.AT WILL SHORTEN

THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING 3E.ARINGS. IF YOU

FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRV. POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

SPINDLE ZERK©

FRONT WHEEL© BEARING 2ERK

'ENGINE @

ÖEASSHIFT© PIVOTS

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safely rules when performing any mainte nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See 'TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi

cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re

place bent or damaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fiatwashersecuring

blade.

• install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT; BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade w/ill cause excessive vibration and even

tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8“ diameter

Steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal

ancer).

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion ofthe steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced,

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

® Keep battery and terminals clean. » Keep battery bolts tight,

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. ,

® Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battejy (See “CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

V-BELTS

CheckV 'beltsfordeterioralionand wear after 100 hours of operation and replace it necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxie free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF orSG. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature,

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES '

f=F V

'"C ^0- -20" 0 10'^

0'^ O'- 10

TEMPERATURE hAMCE ANTICIPATED BEFORE_NEXT 0!L CHANGE

'■•T' V

FIG. 15

eo‘

20-’ 30'^ 40®

iOO"

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16)

Dste-rmirie temperature range expected before oil change. Ail oil must meet API service classification SF or SG,

Be .sure tractor is on level surface. Oil will drain more freely when warm. Catch oil in a suitable container.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil. Remove drain plug. After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely. Refi!! engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pciur

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

Use gauge on oi! fill cap/dipstick for checking level.

Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil Rii cap on the

tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking

reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten

cap onto the tube securely when finished.

AIB CLEAWEB COVER

COVER KNOB

WING NUT

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils . will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32"F, Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

FOAM PHE-CLEAMER

AIR SCFIEEN

'AIR CLEANER

BASE

OIL FILL CAP/OiPSTICK

0!L DRAIN PLUG

FIG. 16

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16}

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera

tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100

hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knob and cover.

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE « Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis

lodge dirt. Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re

moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.

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CUSTOMER RESPOMSIBILITIES

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17}

Replace the engine oil fitter even/ season or every other oii change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

* Drain oil from engine crankcase (See ‘TO CHANGE

ENGINE OIL in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug).

• Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter. * Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber

gasket on replacement oil fitter.

• Instaii replacement oil filler on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts !he filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

‘ Fill crarrkcase with new oil (See “TO CHANGE EN-

CalFdE OIL.’" in this section of this manual). For approxi mate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS’“ on page 3 of this mamja!.

» Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any

leaks before placing engine into full operation.

m-Um FUEL FILTER (See Fig. ia)

The tuol filter should De replaced once each season. If fuel

filter becofTies dcgned, obstruciing fuel flow to carburetor, rfap'lacement

With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel iine

sections.

• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

® Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

required.

F!6.18

CLEANING

« Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, 8tC-

® Protect painted .surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to dean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetcrr are covered to keep water out Water in engine

can result in a ,shortened engine life.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19)

Mower will be easierto remove from the right side of tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED” position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Disconnect clutch rod from dutch lever by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT. IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

• Turn Ignition key "OFF” and remove key.

• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with

plug. ■

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Slide mower undertractorwith discharge guard to right side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on pageSofthis manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) ® Raise mower to its highest position.

® At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

from bottom edge of mowerto ground. Distance “A” on

both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"

of each other.

® if adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side. .

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift ¡ink adjustment

nut on that side,

NOTE; Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8”.

• Recheck measurements after adjusting,

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND

A ^

r ^

GROUND LINE

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT {See Figs. 22 and 23)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TG-SIDE, iF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY. BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TOSIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front ¡.s approximately 1/4“ to 3/4" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis tance “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shov/n.

» Before making any necessary adjustment-s, check that

both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8".

» If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

* To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front

links an equal number of turns.

» When distance ‘'D” is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts “’F” against trunnion on both front links.

* To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F" from trunnion on

both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links ari equal number of turns.

® When distance “D” is 1/4" to 3/4" lower at front than

rear, tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links.

* Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL

FIG. 21

|1 ..

FIG. 23

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove movs/er from tractor (See ‘TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides.

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

TO REPLACE MOTiON DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

• Remove mower (See TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.)

• Remove upper belt keeper.

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep ers.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley.

• install new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT; MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS

POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS.

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depressdutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut “A” on brake rod.

• if distance is other than 1 -1 /2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut “A”.

• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au-

^ thorized service center/department.

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TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

!f steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly scîction of this rnarsual.

FRONT WHEEL TQE-IN/CAMSER

Thfi front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

your treictor, !f damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service centsr/deparimenî.

TO. START ENGINE WITH A WEAL E-fATTERY

(See Fig. 30)

CAISTIOI'I: Leiad-srrid fcatterse-*? gener™ ote erxplosive gases. Keepsparhs, flame

arjcf srsiokin.g №31611.31.3 away from bat

If your baltery rs too wo.ak trs start the engine, it should be

recharyod. If "jumper cebims' are usofi for emergency

siailMig. follow Ihio procedure-'

IMFOPTAHT 7GUP TRACTOR iS EUiilPPftP WITH A

12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDER S'f-STEM. THE OTHER VEiHiCLE MUST ALSO Bff A 12 VOLT NFGATIVE OnOUNDEO Sy'STEM DO HOT USE YOUR TRACTOR PATTL-R'Y to .start DTHEFi VEHICLES,

TO ATTACH JUMPER, CABLES -

• Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis, '

® Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NE-IGA~

TIVE (-} terminal of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the E-LACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, awayfromfueltankand battery.

TO REMOVE CABLE-3, REVELRSE ORDER -

® BLACK cable first from chassis and then irom the fully

charged battery.

• RED cable test from both batteries.

teries. Aiwaifs iMear eye pretecliori

wEsen around bati0rle.s.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

MEGATIWTERMINAL

CHASSIS"

CABLES

CHARGED BATTERY

TERMINAL

POSITIVE

TERMINAL

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FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

® Close hood.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 31)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

® To replace, reverse above procedures.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this manual.

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clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuei/air mixture,

iMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO TltE NEEDLES .AND THE SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF NEEDLE IS TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

l‘•lCУrE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission, it is

equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a Simiter

cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed

by ihe cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. Ths iimiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adiusiirig needle,

* Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle

control cable is adjusted properly (see above).

* Star!: engine and allow to ‘warm for five minijtes. Make

.adjustments with engine running and shift'motion control

lever in neutral (N) position.

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position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM. It engirfO ¡dies too slow or fast, turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained. ^

« Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control fever in

slow (•«») position, turn idle fuei adjustment needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turo out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn neeclle to a point midway between those two positions.

® Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary.

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosyre.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area,

• Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” In the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace- belts, if necessary (See belt re

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Cus

tomer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals.

• Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE, ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur,

• Use fresh fuel next season,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine

oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

Remove spark plug(s). Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s). T urn ignition key to “ST ART" position fora few seconds

to distribute oil.

Replace with new spark p)ug(s).

OTHER

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to' rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt. Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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PROBLEM CAUSE

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ÍO EfíCúno valves su! of adiuslmeni.

Kürr? le Sfeï'î

r:nc|l!ie will not turn over Chjtoh/ijrake pedal not da pressed.

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.Aifachnient clutch ts angaged. Weak Of dead batleiy.

Blov/n (use. Corroried battery terminate. Loose or damafied wiring. Faully ignition sviitch, F’aulty soifinoid or starSer, Faulty operator presence switohies)

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rf! uising

!f of ■-'idiUÍ'ÍlTí .n!, 1 '

CORRECTION

I 1. Fill !ue! tank. I 2. See ‘TO ST.tyRT ENOiME" In Operation sectiori, I 3, Wait severe! rniriutss bekee ailsmpiing to start. I 4. Replace spark plug I fv Cliran/replafXi aii filicr I f>, R-spiacs fusS fiKer, I 7, Drain fuel tank anri '.^arbufefof. I'.sF!! lank wiit'i fcjsl-i I oasokne Jind reptac'; fiioi fijs:!'.

I B, Check all wirirtq.

I 9, Sad “To Afiiusi Garbufs-ilcr' in f7sr>/ine Aoiustrnsnts

I sectioti.

j SO, ,;in- ,ai„iihO!'iz«d service csritar/'risspartrnerit

1. Cíean/replací frepfacc spark plug.

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i '

P.er)

Tte" F--1

r onf- »’4

B or replace b,atiery.

Drain tu

,ii tank and fcTiil vnJh Iresfi go sol'■w.

fhi.iT :

! wiring

Adjusî Carburetor" sn SanfcG AciirîRtîTierii

ih autl'iorisort irfitvice (‘.anfer/deparîmscit.

’1“'

Depress ciL:?ch./bta.t-o pedal.

Disengage attachment dutch.

Recnaige c-r reDtar'e b.-iftery.

Replace fuse. Cisan battery tsmrlnals.

Check al! wiring.

Check/replacs ignition switcfi. CTiecfcfrepiacs ,solenoid or irtarfar. Contact an authorized sewico cfsiiter/departfueni

Engine clicks but will not I 1. Weak or dead battery,

start I 2, Corroded battery terminal:

Loss of power

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty soiGnoid or starter.

Gutting too riHJch gr,ass./loo fast.

Throttle in "CHOICE' posiBon.

Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/riiity' oil, Faully spark plug.

Ditty tue! filter.

Stale (rr dirty fuel. Wafer in fuel

Spai'k. plug wire loose. Dirty engine air screerv'fins. Dirty.telogged muffler. Leese ot rtarnaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustn-ient.

15. Engine valves out of adjusttnent.

E,»eessive vibratlwri

1. Worn, bent or ioose bisde.

2. Bent blarls mandrei.

3. Loose/damagsd pari'(s).

1, Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery termináis.

3, Ct'iock al! wiring.

4. Cf'ienkyrtipiace soierioid or .ctarler

S6» In "Highw Cut" posi't'on/redycs spead. Adjust throttle control.

Clean underside of mower housing. Claanheplrsce air fflter.

Check nil level/change oil.

Cl73ari and ?egap or ch.anga spark piug.

Replace fuel filter. Drain fuei tank and refill with fre,sii gasciirie Drain fuel tank and carburetor, reliii tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

Conneejt and tighian spark plug wire.

Clean engine air screea'fins,

Clean/replace miifflff.

Check all vrinrig.

See “To Artjust CarhureioG in Service Adjustments

section.

Contact an authorized service centerfdapartment.

Heplacs blade, 'Tighlsn blade bolt. Replace blade maneiret

Tighten looss part(s). Replace dainagsc! pgirfs.

Page 28

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

CAUSE

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level,

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow. 2- Travel speed too fast,

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/unevsn tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup ot grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive bait worn.

9. Blades improperly installed,

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup ot grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

CORRECTION

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department

1, Replace blade. Tighten blade boll 2, Level mower deck. 3, Clean underside of mower housing. 4, Replace blade mandrel, 5, Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

1. Place throttle control in "FAST” position.

2. Shilt to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing,

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10, Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Engine “backfires”

when turning engine

"OFF”

1. Switch is "OFF”,

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown ¡use.

1, Bad battery cell (s),

2. Poor cable connections. .

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 4, Faulty alternator.

1. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW”

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

1. Turn switch “ON”.

2. Replace bu!b(s).

3. Check/repiace light switch.

4. Check wiring and conneclions.

5. Replace (use.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/dean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1, Move throttle control to “SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine. '

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SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256644

RED

-O

BATTERY

FUSE 30 AMP.

CLUTCH/BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

K) i K) '

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BLACK

lev-

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BLACK

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

IGNITION SWITCH

POSITION CIRCUIT

OFF

RUN/LIGHT

HUN

START

Q M 4“ L NONE

B-p L

B+ L NONE

B-p L-p S NONE

“MAKE”

A-p Y

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AFTER FIRE SOLENOID

CHARGING srSTHM OinPUT 3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT S AMP AC e 3600 RPM

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE; !F WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

IGNITION

UNIT

DIODE

■ 14 VOLT.S AC MIN & .3500 RPM (LIGHTS OFF)

BROWN

SPARK

-o

PLUG

ZB VOLTS AC MIN. « 3600 FIPM (CHARGING -SYSTEM DISCONNECTED»

ALTERNATOR

,-AA\

fó ¿i—

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

AL_A..A..y-

y HEADLIGHTS

rti

Page 30

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Page 31

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 146140 Battery 12 Volt 30 Amp

2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

3 STD551025 4 STD551125 Washer 6

STD541025 Nut

109238X

144940 Case, Battery W/2 Holes W/Br!y 109596X

147688 Fastener Snap-In 16 153664 ■ 19 STD551125

73350400

21 147430

4152J Buib, Light 24 4799J

146147

25 26

108824X Fuse, 30 Amp 28 4207J Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" 29

121305X Switch, Plunger

30 140301

124211X

141226 Cover, Key Switch 33 109310X 36 STD601005 Screw 38

140336 Bracket, Interlock Switch 39 109553X Switch, Interlock, Clutch, 4 Terminal 40

151212

41 71110408

131563 43

145673 Solenoid 44

73640400 Nut Keps Blk Hex 1/4-20 UNC 45

121433X Ammeter Rectangular 5 Amp 52 141940 70 142291 Harness Engine LT PL Kohl Cmd-I

NOTE: Ail component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRiPTiON

Washer

Tube, Piastic, 12" Clamp, Hose Switch Interlock Push-In

Washer. Lock Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC Harness, Light Socket

(includes 4152J)

Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/

16 Wir

Switch, Ignition Nut, Ignition

Key, Ignition

Harness, Ignition Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 1/4-20 x 1/2

Cover, Terminal, Red

Protection Wire Loop (Hour Meter) HL

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

10 72140608 ■ Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 11 12 13 146962 14 17490608 15 74180512

16 STD541431 Nut

17 144983X558 24 25 19131312 26 STD541437 Nut 28 29 145199 30 147310X558 Fender 31 33 145244X558 34 35 STD533707 Bolt 38 139886 Pivot Bracket Assembly, L.H. 39 139887 40 139977 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 54 17030814 Screw Spiderlock Hex Hd #8-7/8 55 145202 57 74780412 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x .75 60 74

140

- -

PART

1 151169 Chassis Assembly 2 140356 3 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 4 19131216

5 146077 6 145206 8

126471X Clip Insulator ,406 Mtg Hole

147633X010 Dash

146956

145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L

STD523710 Bolt

145198X558 Grill

139976 Bracket, Fender Support 145243X558

145201

72140606 STD541437 Nut Crowntock 3/8-16 UNC

150556 Bracket Chassis Front 7 Ga.

5479J Plug, Button

Drawbar

Washer 13/32 x 3/4x16 Gauge Bumper Snap-In Saddle

Panel, Dash, L.H,

Panel, Dash, R.H. Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Screw, Machine. Truss Head 5/16-18 UNC X 3/4

Hood Assembly Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge

Lens, Grille

Footrest, L.H.

Footrest, R.H.

Pivot Bracket Assembly, R.H.

Spacer Fender Raised LT

Nut Lock w/lnsert 1/4-20 UNC Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Bracket Grille Pickoff LH

Bracket Grille Pickoff RH

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16unc x 3/4

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch - 25.4 mm

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DRICE34DRIVE

TRACTOR MODEL RÜMBErI §17A5Í544

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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— Transaxle, (See Breakdown)

Peerless, Model 930-057A 2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 5 1 21520X Strap, Torque 6 17490512 Screw, Thd., Roll. 5/16-18 x 3/4 8 141003 Lever, Shift

10 7602041B Pin, Cotter 11 105701X Washer, Shift Plate

13 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Grade 8 14 STD551125 Washer 15 74490544 Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 19 STD541437 Nut

21 106933X Knob 22 130804 Rod, Brake 24 STD541237 Nut 25 106888X Spring, Brake Rod 26 STD551037 Washer 27 STD561210 Pin 28 145204 Rod, Parking Brake 29 124236X Cap, Parking Brake, Red 30 130807 Bracket. Transaxle 31 127275X Keeper, Belt, L.H. 32 STD523107 Bolt 34 151128 Shaft Assembly, Foot Pedal 35 120183X Bearing, Nylon 36 STD551062 Washer 37 STD571810 Roll Pin 38 123674X Pulley, Idler, Flat 39 STD523727 Bolt 40 4470J Spacer, Split .395 x .59 41 153399 Keeper, Belt, Retainer 42 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 44 105706X Bearing, Nylon 45 110812X Washer, Hardened 46 12000039 Ring, Klip 47 127783 Pulley, Idler. V-Groove, Plastic 48 12378&X Bellcrank Assembly 49 123205X Retainer, Belt 50 STD523715 Bolt

KEY PART

NO. NO.

51 STD541437 52 STD541431 53 10571 OX 55 105709X

56 STD523712

57 130801 58 127274X 59 140312 61 17490612 62 8883R 63 140186 64 71170764 65 STD551143 66 129921 70 134683 72 19132012 74 137057 75 121749X 76 STD581075 77 123583X 78 121748X 79 2228M 80 145090 81 145092 82 123782X 83 19171216 84 145643 85 150360 86 71208 87 19212016 88 12000008 89 139964 90 124346X 96 STD624003

110 74760612

112 19091210

113 127285X 116 72110610

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

DESCRIPTION

Nut Crown Lock 3/8-16 UNC Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC Link, Clutch Spring, Clutch Return Bolt Rn Hex 3/8-15 X 1-1/4 V"Beli, Ground Drive Keeper, Belt, R.H. Keeper, Belt, Center Span Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Cover, Pedal Pulley, Engine Bolt, Hex

Washer

Keeper, Belt, Engine, L.H. Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H. Washer 13/32 x 1 -1/4 x 12 Gauge Spacer, Axle Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge E-Ring Key, Square 2.0 x .1845/, 1865 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Key Woodruff #9 3/16x3/4 Arm, Shift Shaft Assembly Spring, Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Tie Rod

Nut, Lock Center 1/4-28 FNTHD Bushing, Pivot Washer E-Hing Console, Shift, 6 Speed, N/Ignition Nui, Self-Threading, Washer Hd 1/4 Retainer Spring 1" Zinc Cad Bolt. Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 3/4 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Gauge Strap Torque LT Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 38/-16 x 1.25

1 inch ~ 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

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REPAIR PARTS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR -

KEY NO.

11 STD551137 . Washer, Lock

13 110438X

15 16 132624 Pin, Axle 5/8x1,55/1.54

17 18

20 12B684X Washer, Shim 1/4 x 5/8 x .062

23 127501 Pittman Shaft Assembly 24 109816X 25 26 126847X 27 28 19131416 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge 29 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4

32 36 132196 Bushing, Steering

37 152927 38 126805X 39

40 STD541537 41 100711L Adaptor, Steering Wheel 42 145054 Boot, Steering Shaft 43 44 153720 Extension Steenng LR/LT

47 6855M Fitting, Grease 51 73800500 Nut Lock Hx w/lnsert 5/16-18 UNC 54 62

63 STD523710 Boit Fin Hex 3/0-16unc x 1 Gr. 5

t^OTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

PART NO.

1 121472X

142033 135227

4 135228 Spindle Assembly, R.H.

5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X 7

19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

12000029 Ring. Klip

9 336BR Bearing, Steering Column

130468 Link, Drag ,

74011056 Bolt, Hex Head 5/8-11 UNC x 3-1/2 73901000 Nut, Lock, Flange 5/8-11 UNC

140175 57079 Washer, Thrust .515 x .750 x ,033 124035X

STD551125 Washer

71100410 Screw, Cap. SCKT, Hd.

12403BX Bracket, Steering

136874 Gear, Sector

STD561210 Pin 130465

19133808 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Gauge

121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

121232X Cap, Spindle

74780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18UNC x 1-1/4

149686 Kit, Steering Assembly, Service

1 inch = 25.4 mm

MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

DESCRIPTiOM

Steering Wheel Front Axle Assembly Spindle Assembly, L.H.

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Spacer. Bearing. Front Axle

Shaft Assembly, Steering Support, Shaft

Nyliner, Snap-In

Bushing, Link, Drag

Rod, Tie

Screw

Insert, Steering Wheel

Grtpco Nut

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

14.

TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

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NO. NC5. DESCRIP'TION NO.

140123 Seal 15

140551

STD523710 Bolt 17

19131610 Washer J3/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 21 153236

5 145006 Clip, Pusb-Sn Hinqed

Bracket. Pivoi. Seat

22 STD541431 Nut

6 STD541437 Nut 23

124181.x

7 8 17490616 Sc-rew, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1

19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge 25

10 140552 Pan, Seat ' 26

Spring, Seat

24 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

12 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting

121243X

13 .

14 72050411 Bolt, Carnaoe 1/4-20 x 1-3/8

Bushing, Snap

NOTE: Ail componeni dirriensions given in U.S. inches

' A- ‘ SS-

part

-,4

-3

NO. DESCRIPTION

134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 121250X

123976X

Spring Locknu!, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

74780814 Boit, Hex Head, Fin.

1/2-13 X7./8 Grade 5

127018X Boll, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 STD551150

Washer, Lock

1 Irrch = 25,4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

6 3

7. 18

KEY NO.

10 137537 11 4900J

12 146046 13 147139

PART NO. DESCRIPTION

140819

151299

3 4

151300

150333 6 133644 7 149407

8 151302

9 146709

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Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal,

Decal,

Decal, Decal,

11 8

-ZED.

Í5¡\

Operating Instruction Hood, R.H.

Hood, LH.

Cap Cnsmr Help Line Srs Customer Maintenance Side Panel, Kohler Mower, EZ3 Polo Fender, Craftsman Caution, English Clutch/Brake, English V-Belt Drive Schematic Chassis, 6 Speed/42"

\ 1 ^

KEY

NO. NO.

14 136832 15 145245 17

18 151301 20 146710 21 138047 23 149516

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PART

133179

145247 138311 155155 155156

DESCRIPTION Decal, V-Belt Schematic

Pad Footrest Rbr Sq Craftsman Decal, Mower QC System Decal, Ins. Hood 15HP OHV Polo Decal, Ins WhI Strg Auto Srs Gd Decal, Battery Diehard Sears Decal, Battery Dangr/Psn Srs. Eng Fastener Pop in Footrest Decal, Lift Handle Owner's Manual, English Owner's Manual, Spanish

WHEELS & TiRES

KEY PART

NO.

2 65139 3 4

5 106732X427 6 278H 7 9040H 8 105108X427 9

11 104757X

NOTE:

NO.

59192 106222X

59904

122082X

7152J

144334

All component dimensions given in U. S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 m-m

DESCRIPTION

Valve Cap, Tire Stem,. Valve Tire, Front Tube, Front Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Rim, Front

Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only) Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

Rim, Rear Tire, Rear Tube, Rear Tire

(Not Provided, Service Item Only)

Cap, Axle

Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

Page 40

fitPMH PARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

Page 41

REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KEY PART NO. NO.

147025 Control, Throttle

2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

------------

4 137350

13 Gasket, Exhaust (Order From

14 13280328 , , Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPTx 3-1/2

15 13200300

16 STD551231 Washer 23 150554 Shield, Heat 29 137180 Arrestor, Spark

109202X Tank, Fuel

32 123549X Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank, Vented

33 123487X

35 17490512 Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT

37 137040 Line, Fuel 38

40 124028X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line 44 17490412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,

46 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Gauge

—

DESCRIPTION

1/4-20x5/8

“

Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV14S, 41526 Muffler

Engine Mfgr.) Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT

Clamp, Hose

Plug, Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)

Roll.

1/4-20x3/4

62 STD551131 Washer, Lock 77

19101216 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

M740108025

79 80 74760508 81

128861 Nut Flange 1/4-20 UNC Starter Nut

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch - 25.4 mm

Bolt Hex Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 UNC x 1/2

Page 42

BEPAFi PARTS

MOWER LIFT

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

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Page 43

REPAIR PARTS

MOWER LIFT

TRACTOR - - IflODEL NUMBER 917.256544

KEY

NO. NO, DESCRiPTION

PART

136973 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly

2 145117

3 105767X 4 12000002 5

19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge

120183X Bearing, Nylon

125631X .

Shaft Assembly, Lift

Pin, Groove

E-Ring

Grip, Handle, Fluted

8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red

122512X Spring

139865

139866 Link, Lift, R.H.

13 STD624008 Retainer Spring

127218

16 73350800

17 130171 18 73800800

19 139868 20 STD624008 Retainer Spring 23

110807X Nut, Special

19131016

25 2876H

76020308

126971X Rod, Adjust, Lift

Link, Lift, L.H.

Link, Front

Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC

Trunnion

Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert

1/2-13 UNC Arm, Suspension, Rear

Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge Spring

Pin, Cotter 3/32 X 1/2

28 73350600 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 UNC

138057

150233 Trunnion, Depth Stop

31 140302

Knob, infinite Height Adjustment Bearing, Pvt, Lift Spherical

32 73540600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-24

145212

Nut, Hex Flange Lock

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

117

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REPAIR PARTS

iWOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.25S544

KEY NO. NO.

12 129895

14 15

16 140329 1?

18 72140505

19 132827 20 21 22 134753 23 24 105304X 25 26

27 28 19111016

31 129963

37 19131316

41 133551

44 140088

45 46 48 133944

50 131340

51 STD541410

PART KEY

DESCRIPTION

144393

STD533107 Bolt

138017

3 4

138440

STD624008

130832

850857

STD551137 Washer, Lock

140296 Washer, Hardened 134149

137645

128774

110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 72110610

136888

STD541431 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC

131267 123713X

110452X Nut, Push 130968

131491 138776

153535 137266 Nut, Toplock, Flanged STD533717 Bolt 133835 131494

STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

140083

STD624003 Retainer

137729 133940

139888 131845

Mower Housing Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front

Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar Retainer Spring Arm, Suspension, Rear Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8

Blade, Mulching ' Bearing, Balt Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented (Includes Key Number 6)

Housing, Mandrel, Vented

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt, Shoulder Baffle, Vortex

Stiffener Bracket

Bracket, Deflector

Cap, Sleeve

Spring, Torsion, Deflector Shield, Deflector

Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge

Rod, Hinge Screw Thdrol Hex Head Zinc Mwr

Washer, Spacer

Pulley, Mandrel

Fastner, Christmas Tree Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge

Rod, Pivot, with Nibs

Rod, Clutch, Secondary, with Nibs Guard, Mandrel, L.H.

Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Washer, Hardened

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Plate and Gauge Wheel

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5

Locknut and 11M21)

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

PART

NO.

54 133943

NO.

55 140084

56 122052X

140086

141043

59 67 149846

144200

71 142427

72 131870 73 127847

121748X

12000029

76 128903

127845

145132

127498

153701

73350600

142028

120958X

144394

72140618

STD541437

136420

101

102 71161010

19061216

103

STD551110

104

130758

105

2029J

106

140353

111

132262

112

17490512

113

73510500

114

72110504

115

137644

116

133957

117

73930600

118 119 19121414

143723

121

153390

128

. .

130794

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145411

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S- inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer

Spring. Torsion Brakes Guard, TUV Idler Knob, Custom Oval V-Belt

Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs Spring, Return Arm, Clutch, Secondary Washer 25/32 x 1 -5/8 x 16 Gauge

Ring, Klip

Bolt, Shoulder 3/8-16 UNC x 1.44

Keeper, Spring

Lever Asm Clutch PL St

Bushing, Large, Brass

Spring, Mower Clutch

Nut. Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Trunnion, Adj.

Washer Sintered

Keeper Belt Idler Fixed

Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

Nut Mulcher Cover

Screw ‘ Washer #10 Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly, Bagger

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel L.H.

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel R.H.

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16 UNC x 1/2

Bolt, Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut. Centeriock 3/8-16 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Bracket Washer Felt Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 32)

Mower Deck, Complete (Standard Deck, Order Separately Mulcher

Components, Key Nos. 101-106

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR " - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

PEERLESS TR-i,NSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A

Page 47

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A

REF PART REF FART

NO. NO.

772108A Cover, Transaxle 43 792075 Locknut 5/16-24

2 780086A Bearing, Needle 44 790025

770102A

776260A

776219B Shaft and Pinion Assembly, Output 47

6 778139

778135

8 792136A Key, Shift 50

8A 792047 Key, Woodruff 51 778124A Gear, Spur, 30 Teeth (3«)

784352 Collar, Shifter 52 778123A

784355

11 778229

12 778113A Bevel Pinion, input 56 778230 Gear, Spur, 12 Teeth, Steel

778221

778068 Gear, Bevel Pinion 58 778126A Gear, Spur, 20 Teeth (3'^)

15 778260

17 786139 Pin, Drive 60

DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

Holder, Brake Pad

Case, Transaxle Shaft, Counter

736066 786086 774690

Spacer Bracket, Brake Lever

Axle 11-5/16'’ long Gear, Output, 35 Teeth 48 774691 Axle 16-1/2“ long Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth, Steel

778215 Gear, Spur, 37 Teeih, Steel (1*')

778125 Gear, Spur, 35 Teeth (2«<)

Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (44 Rod and Fork Assembly, Shift 53 778122A Gear, Bevel, 42 Teeth _

778273

Gear, Spur, 22 Teeth (5»)

Gear, Spur, 19 Teeth, Steel /6») Gear, Bevel, 16 Teeth , 57 778151 Gear, Spur, 15 Teeth (2»*) Gear, Ring

778127A Gear, Spur, 25 Teeth (4*) ,

778128A

Gear, Spur, 28 Teeth {54 '

IS 786102 Spacer, Neutral 61 778163 Gear, Spur, 31 Teeth (64

792077 Ball, Steel 5/16" diameter

792078 Set Screw 3/8-16 x 3/8 66

21 22 792079 Spring 67 776315A Shaft, Brake, 4 Keyed

788061

792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread

25 26 792125 27 792035 Ring, Retainer

788040 Ring, Retainer

780072 Washer, Thrust 77 788078A Ring, Retaining, Inverted

780108 Washer, Thrust (Package of 2)

780001 Washer

792001

788095 Seal, Square Cut

780105A Bushing, Flanged

35 780118A

790003 Disk, Brake

790007

Ring, Seaf 68 786116A Plug

Forming 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Ring, Retainer

(4 Required, Package of 2) 72 792165 Plug, Threaded 9/16-18

“0” Ring

Bushing, Flanged Plate, Brake Pad 103 792166

780109

776135

69 780051 70 786118

71 788069

72A 788091

76 780090 Washer, Thrust

792144 Spring, Brake

81 786081

82 786082 Sprocket 9 Teeth (Reverse) 83

736123 Sprocket, 18 Teeth (Reverse)

90 7B8067B

Washer, Thrust

Shaft, input

Washer, Thrust

Spacer

Square Cut Ring

“0” Ring

Chain, Roller

(Number 41 Chain, 24 Links)

Grease, Bentonite, 32 Ounce Bottle

Screw 1/4-20x2

38 799021 Pad, Brake (Package of 2) 104 732167 Locknut 1/4-20

786026

39 40 792076A 41

790079

42 792073 Screw, Flanged Hex Head, Thread

792085A

42A

Pin, Dowel

Washer, Flat

150 788093 Gasket Eliminator (Loctite #515) 900 794602 Replacement Transaxle

Lever, Brake

NOTE: Ail component dimensions given in U,S. inches

Forming 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 1 inch = 25.4 mm

Screw 1/4-20x2-1/4

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KOHLER ENGINE ~ MODEL NUMBER C¥15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

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KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526

AIR INTAKE KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12 743 05

DESCRIPTION Kit, Air Cleaner

{Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 12)

25 341 02

12 096 24 Cover, Air Cleaner

12 083 08

12 100 01

X-25-63 Washer, Plain 1/4

6 7 12 083 05

1231304 Grommet

8 9 12 094 09

12 072 05

12 086 01

11 12 12 041 02

Knob, Air Cleaner Cover Precleaner Element

Wing Nut

Element, Air Cleaner (Includes #7) Base, Air Cleaner

(Includes Key Numbers 9 and 10) Stud, Mounting Plate . Screw, Mounting Plate Stud (2)

Gasket, Air Cleaner

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- -

12 113 53

Decal, Air Cleaner

CRANKSHAFT

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12 014 37

2 12 139 01

DESCRÌPTION Crankshaft

Plug, Cup

BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES KEY PART

NO. NO.

M-0545010

1 2 12 146 07 Plate, Blower Housing

3 M-0645020

220534 Washer, Plain 5/16(2)

4 5 24 096 05

6 12 027 32

12 141 01 Ring, Retainer (2)

8 12 096 28

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Mounting M5 x 0.8 x 10 (13) Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0 x 20 Cover, Pinion

Housing, Blower Cover

9 25 154 02 Clip, Mounting (3)

10 SM-0545020

12 063 05

11 12 M-0645016 13 12 063 08

12 063 01 Baffle, Cylinder

ILLUSTRATED

NOT

- - 12 113 64

Screw, Hex Flange M5 x .8 x 20 (3) Baffle, intake. Side Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1 x 16 (2) Baffle, Cylinder Head

Decal, Horsepower

ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART

NO, NO.

12 079 07

12 237 01

SM-0645016

SM-0545016

12 536 01

DESCRIPTION

Linkage, Choke Clamp, Cable Screw, Hex Head M6 x 1.0 x 16 (2)

Screw, Cable Clamp MS x .8 x 16

Control, Speed Assembly (Includes

Key Numbers 6 through 8)

M-0443020

SM-0443025

12 089 11

8 9 12 089 23

12 089 24

11 M'0641060

12 SM-0642025

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 20

Screw, Pan Head M4 x 0.7 x 25

Spring, Choke Adjust

Spring, Choke Return

Spring, Governor

Nut, Governor Arm M6 x 1.0

Screw. Governor Arm

M6 X 1.0 X 25

12 090 05

13 14 25 158 11

15 12 079 01

25 158 08 Bushing

Lever, Governor

Bushing

Linkage, Throttle

EXHAUST KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M-0829033

DESCRIPTION Stud, Exhaust Manifold

M8 X 1.25 X 20 (2)

12 041 03

M-0841080

Gasket, Exhaust Manifold

Nut, Muffler Mounting M8 x 1.25 (2) 4 12126 11 Bracket, Muffler 5 12 445 06

M-0645025

Strap. Lifting

Screw, Lifting Strap

M6 X 1,0 X 25 (2)

NOT ILLUSTRATED

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

-- 12 522 18 Short Block

-- 12 755 59 Gasket Set RPM Settings: Low Speed; 1500-2000

High Speed; 3200-3400

NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U.S.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12 853 56

2 12 041 02

12 053 56 Carburetor Assembly

4 12 041 01

12 089 23

5 6 12 079 07 Linkage, Choke

12 265 04 Deflector, Heat

7 8 X-426-9

25 353 10 Line, Fuel, 9"

25 050 02 Filter, Fuel

47 154 01

12 12 086 07

12 431 01

12 368 05 12 089 09

12 086 04

17 12 089 09 Spring, Idle Speed

12 146 03 Plate, Throttle

25 086 27 Screw, Throttle Plate (2)

12 144 09 Shaft, Throttle with Lever and Seal

12 144 08

21 22 12 089 10 23 12 146 02 24 12 337 03 Jet, Main

12 757 02

25 26 12 041 05 Gasket, Bowl

12 104 01 Bowl, Fuel

27 28

12 757 09

29 12 041 06

M-0641060 31 X-25-63 32 X-22-11

M-0629122

DESCRIPTION Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 thru 6)

Gasket, Air Cleaner (For Information Only - Not

Available Separately)

(Includes Key Numbers 12 thru 27) Gasket, Carburetor (2) Spring, Choke Return

Clamp, Hose (2)

Clip, Cable

Screw, Ground Wire

Sleeve, Insulating

Needle, idle. Fuel Adjust

Spring. Idle Fuel

Screw, Idle Speed Adjust

Shaft, Choke

Spring, Choke

Plate, Choke

Kit, Float

Kit, Solenoid Assembly

(Includes Key Number 7)

Gasket, Bowl Retainer Screw

Nut, Carburetor M6 x 1.0 (2)

Washer, Plain 1/4

Washer, Internal Tooth 1/4

Stud, Carburetor M6 x 1.0 x 110 (2)

CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12 351 01

12 755 60

2 3 12411 01

12 041 10

1201701

12 017 02 12 016 01

12 016 02

7 12 146 13

12 468 05

12 112 13 Spacer, Head Bolt Exhaust Port

12 086 15

12 089 01

12 173 01

12 755 03

X-426-9

12 326 03

M-0645020

12 096 07

235011 24 032 05

M-0640034

21 24 194 01

24186 03

M-0545010

1201801

24 402 02

12 318 09

X-75-23

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION Lifter, Valve (2)

Kit, Cylinder Head

Rod, Push (2) Gasket, Cylinder Head Valve, Intake, Standard Size Valve, Intake, .25" Oversize Valve, Exhaust, Standard Valve, Exhaust, .25" Oversize

Plate, Guide Washer, Plain 13/32

Screw, Cylinder Head

MIO X 1.5x80 (5) Spring, Valve (2) Cap, Valve Spring (2) Kit, Retainer (2) Clamp, Hose (2) Hose, Breather Screw, Valve Cover M6 X 1.0 X 20 (5) Cover, Valve with Nipple Retainer, Spring Seal, Valve Stem Screw, Rocker Arm M6 x 1 x 34 (2) Pivot, Rocker Arm (2) Arm, Rocker (2) Screw, Breather Reed Retainer

M5X0.8 X 10 Retainer, Breather Reed Reed, Breather Head, Cylinder Plug, Pipe, Allen Head 1/8

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- -

12 041 01

- -

12 757 03

- _

12 518 05 41 518 34

Gasket, Carburetor Kit, Carburetor Repair Lead, Solenoid, Black, 5", 14 Gauge, Uninsulated Push-On Tabs Lead, Ground, Green, 5", 18 Gauge

Insulated Grip Barrel Eyelets

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

IGNITION / ELECTRICAL

13-

©—2

OIL PAN I LUBRICATION

-1 I

......

-19

-20

---

-IS

CRANKCASE

STARTING SYSTEM

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256544

IGNITION / ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO.

12 086 14

12 468 03

12 162 03

M-0639015

12 112 01

12 157 02

X-42-15

12 025 25

41 155 02

M-0548025

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Flywheel M10 x 1.5 x 45.8 Washer, Flywheel

Screen, Grass

Screw, Fan

Spacer, Fan (4)

Fan

Key

Flywheel Assembly

Connector (4 Contact) Screw, Stator Mounting

M6 x 1 x 13 (4)

M5 X 0.8 X 25 (2) •

11 M-0545010

12 154 02

12 085 03

12 132 02

X-728-1

12 584 01

SM-0545020

NOT ILLUSTRATED

- - 12 518 01 Lead, White, Ground To Kill (19".

OIL PAN / LUBRICATION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12 038 01

2 25 755 13

12 153 03

12 153 02

12 123 04

SM-0545020

6 7 12 153 01 8 25 162 07 9 12 096 03

M-0545016

M-1039025

12 126 02

12 089 03

12 462 01

12 208 01

15 16 12 050 01

X-75-10

12 393 01

12 032 04

12 096 02

M-0545016

21 22 12 032 03

SM-0839045

23 24 12 199 30

Screw, Stator Harness Clip

M5x 0.8x10 (2) Clip, Stator Harness

Stator Assembly Spark Plug

Clip, Cable

Module, Ignition

Screw, Ignition Module

X 0.8 X 20 (2)

18 Gauge, Fully Insulated Push-on

Tab and Uninsulated Push-on Tab Terminals)

DESCRIPTION Dipstick Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 2 and 3) Kit, Oil Fill Cap (Includes Key #3)

O-Ring, Dipstick

0-Ring, Upper Oil Fill Tube

Tube, Oil Fill

Screw, Oil Fill Tube M5 x 0.8 x 20

O-Ring, Lower Oil Fill Tube

Screen, Oil Pick-up

Cover, Oil Pick-up Screen

Screw, Screen Cover

Screw, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Bracket Ml 0 x 1.5 x 25

Bracket, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Spring, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Piston, Oil

Pump Relief Valve

Body, Oil Pump Relief Valve

Filter, Oil Plug, Square Head, Solid 3/8 NPTF

Oil Pump Assembly O-Ring, Oil Pump Cover Cover, Oil Pump

Screw, Oil Pump Cover

M5X0.8X 16 (3)

Seal, Oil (P.T.O. End)

Screw, Oil Pan MB x 1.25 x 45 (12)

Pan, Oil

CRANKCASE KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 12 032 03

2 12 522 18

3 12 445 02

4 M-0839025 5 12 380 03 6 12 755 49 7

12 089 18

8 12 422 08

12 422 09 12 422 10

12 422 11

12 422 12 12 422 13 12 422 07 12144 19

10 12 874 07

12 874 08 12 874 09 12 018 02

12 108 07

12 108 08 12 108 09 12 067 05

12 067 06 12 380 01

12 043 05

16 M-0631005 17 12 144 02 18 52 139 09

12 755 64

DESCRIPTION Seal, Crankshaft

Block, Cylinder (Use Short Block) Strap, Lifting Screw, Lifting Strap M8 x 1.25 x 22 Dowel, Locating (4) Kit, Camshaft (Includes Key #7 & 8) Spring, Actuating Shim, Camshaft, Blue Shim, Camshaft, Red (A.R.) Shim, Camshaft, Yellow (A.R.) Shim, Camshaft, Green (A.R.) Shim, Camshaft, Grey (A.R.) Shim, Camshaft, Black (A.R.) Shim, Camshaft, White (A.R.) Shaft, Balance Piston w/Ring Set, Standard

Piston w/Ring Set .25“ Oversize Piston w/Ring Set .50" Oversize Retainer, Piston Pin (2) Ring Set, Standard Ring Set .25" Oversize

Ring Set .50" Oversize Connecting Rod, Standard Connecting Rod .25" Oversize

Pin, Governor Regulating

Gear, Governor Assembly

Washer, Governor Gear Thrust

Shaft, Governor Gear

Plug, Cup

Kit, Shaft, Governor Cross, with

Clip (Includes Key #20 and 24)

12 144 24

X-25-102

21 22 12 032 01 23 SM-0631015

12 154 05

Shaft, Governor Cross

Washer, Plain 1/4

Seal, Governor Cross Shaft

Washer, Governor Shaft

Clip, Hitch Pin

STARTING SYSTEM

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 M-0839070 Screw, Starter

DESCRIPTION

M8x 1,25x70 (2)

25 098 03

12 755 54

12 227 06 Cap, Drive End

5 45170 03

82 755 28

12 227 11 End Cap, Commutator

12 086 25

Starter Assembly

(Includes Key Numbers 3 thru 8)

Kit Drive End Armature

Kit, Brush and Spring

Screw, Hex Flange

1/4-20 X 4-5/8 (2)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SERVICE NOTES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15“), never across the face. Make turns gradu

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

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SEms

CROFTiMnN®

OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.256544

IF YOU NEED

REPAIR SERVICE

OR PARTS:

FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL

THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER;

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS

INFORMATION AND

ORDERING, CALL THIS

TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-FON-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

HOTLINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:

1-800-659-5917

15.0 HP

ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has

its own model number. The model number for your tractor will be found on the

model plate located under the seat. The model number for your engine will be found on the

blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears,

Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Re-

tail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

* PRODUCT - TRACTOR

• MODEL NUMBER - 917.256544

• ENGINE MODEL NO. - CV15S-41526 * PART NUMBER * PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians... professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you, we service what we sell.

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Printed in U.S.A.

Craftsman 917.256544 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

I. GENERAL OPERATION

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

STOP

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R N H L (®)|1

TRACTOR

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19)

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)